Question

making films is a tough business. some people go to film school for years in order to meet a supportive community of filmmakers. others invest their life savings in film projects. film - making doesnt require a college degree, and it doesnt have to be expensive. all you really need is an idea and a camera. of course, it helps if your idea is fairly simple. for example, why not use your friends as actors and a safe place in your neighborhood as a filming location?

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which of these best describes the author’s tone in this passage?
a. encouraging
b. humorous
c. anxious
d. mocking

Explanation:

To determine the author's tone, we analyze the passage. The author suggests simple ways to start filmmaking (using friends, neighborhood) and presents the process as accessible, which is meant to inspire or give confidence (encouraging). "Humorous" would involve jokes, "anxious" is worried, "mocking" is sarcastic—none fit. The tone is encouraging as it offers easy methods to pursue filmmaking.

Answer:

A. encouraging